Correct option is B
Let the initial price be Rs. 100
Firstly, the price was increased by 15%
New Price = 15% of 100 + 100 = 15 + 100 = Rs. 115
then reduced by 24%
Final Price = 115- 24% of 115 = Rs. 87.4
Net Percentage change =
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The price of a bottle is first increased by 15% and later the price was decreased by 24% due to reduction in sales. Find the net percentage change in the final price of the bottle.
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